Kale, Tronchuda Beira Hybrid

Heat tolerant Kale!

This outstanding kale can take the heat and star in the kitchen. Most heat-tolerant of all kale, hybrid’s five-pound heads are closely packed with wide 24” paddle-shaped, blue-green leaves. Tender, sweet leaves offer flavor at once rich and mild. Vigorous, easy–growing, and beautiful in the garden.

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How to Sow

Sow in full sun in early spring; midsummer for fall crop. In Deep South, Gulf and Pacific Coast areas, sow from fall to early spring. Plant seeds evenly and thinly and cover with 1/4" of fine soil. Firm lightly. Plants emerge in 10-21 days.

How to Grow

Before transfer to the garden, accustom to outdoor conditions by moving to a sheltered area outside for a week. Set kale plants 1-1 1/2’ apart in a sunny location. Kale prefers rich, well-drained soil, and can tolerate light shade. Avoid area where any of cabbage family grew the year before.

Harvesting

Harvest kale after first frost if you prefer a sweeter flavor. Pick the outer leaves as needed once they reach 6-8" long- about 55-60 days after transplanting. Leave the central bud since it will grow new leaves. Use kale as a substitute for lettuce, cooked cabbage and collards.